Trump Administration Venezuela Oil Control and the Capture of President Maduro 2026
President Trump confirms the capture of Nicolás Maduro and declares US control over Venezuelan oil. PRISM reports on the global protests and the shift in geopolitical power in 2026.
Handcuffs replaced diplomacy as Venezuela's future fell under direct US control. President Donald Trump sparked a global firestorm by confirming the capture of Nicolás Maduro, signaling a radical shift in American foreign policy and regional stability.
Trump Administration Venezuela Oil Control Strategy and Maduro's Arrest
President Trump recently shared a photograph on social media showing Maduro bound and blindfolded, an image that immediately drew international condemnation. Video footage has since surfaced, confirming that the Venezuelan leader is in US custody. Beyond the arrest, Trump declared that the United States will take direct control of Venezuela's vast oil reserves, emphasizing resource security over traditional diplomatic transition.
A US-Led Team to Govern Venezuela
Plans are reportedly in motion for a US 'team' to run Venezuela following what has been described as the 'capture' of the administration. Trump has also expressed skepticism toward opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, labeling her 'unfit' to lead the nation. This suggests the White House intends to bypass local political actors in favor of direct American oversight.
Global Protests and Internal Political Backlash
The intervention has triggered massive protests across the globe, with demonstrators denouncing the US attack on Venezuelan sovereignty. Domestically, Senator Bernie Sanders condemned the move, highlighting the potential for long-term regional instability. Critics argue that the prioritization of oil extraction over international law sets a dangerous precedent.
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